Jet Set City Center

Global capital markets pose the same kinds of problems that jet planes do. They are faster, more comfortable, and they get you where you are going better. But the crashes are much more spectacular. Larry Summers

These days, being a member of the so-called "jet set" is nothing to brag about.

If you are on a plane too often, I feel sorry for you. And traveling on your own Gulfstream V is very uncool right now. If the bank hasn't taken it back already.

It's true, you might find me once in a while sitting alongside a jet-setter at fashionable spot like Buddha-Bar. But usually, I just want some basic comfort food like a burger.

She said they had a good hamburger and, despite the name, is not too expensive. Since I have a hamburger obsession, I felt compelled to make the short-haul trip over from Vršovice.

There are actually two Jet Sets. There is one in Prague's Anděl neighborhood. We were at the location near Wenceslas Square.

When we came into the bar area, there was no one there, and the place felt deserted.

The interior was modern and sparse. It felt cold and empty. There was amateur art on the walls.

In the back, there was a club-like space with high ceilings and seating that you could stretch out on like a bed.

The waitress brought us some slices of French bread. On the side, there was a good olive oil, chopped green and black olive, and salt.

It was different from the usual bread basket, at least.

I ordered the bacon cheeseburger with fries (180 CZK). At first glance, it looked pretty good.

Then, I opened the lid and checked out the works. Not so good. The bacon was, let's say, un-American -- very ham-like. The bun, lettuce, tomato, and red onion were fine.

But when I took a bite, I was not happy. I wasn't asked how I wanted it cooked, but it was well done, to the point of being dry. The patty was dense and rubbery, and I actually got tired chewing. I lost the will to finish it.

I agree with you totally about the water. In London the Evening Standard Newspaper rates all restaurants they review on whether they provide jugs or glasses of tap water on request, which I believe is the norm in the States as well. I have been drinking Czech tap water for the last twelve months with no ill effects!